Head Start Facilities & Transportation Lead

Save the Children US; Ripley (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision benefits

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with employer match

Learning & development opportunities

Job summary

Save the Children is seeking a Manager, Facilities and Transportation to oversee Head Start facilities and vehicles, ensuring safety, licensing, and regulatory compliance. You will lead a team, coordinate maintenance, and manage procurement while upholding the agency’s safeguarding standards.

The role involves overseeing testing, safety inspections, and system improvements, with responsibilities to negotiate leases and coordinate site moves as needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Davis-Bacon documentation requirements.
• Demonstrated knowledge of general building maintenance, facilities management, or transportation systems.
• Proven experience in facilities maintenance and transportation services.
• Demonstrated successful supervisory experience.
• Professional proficiency in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee testing for lead, asbestos, mold, and air quality.
• Develop, implement and evaluate systems for facility and transportation services.
• Maintain fire and security alarm systems in good working order.
• Conduct regular health and safety inspections of sites and playgrounds.
• Ensure building security and maintenance schedules are followed.
• Purchase and maintain tools, equipment, and supplies within budget.
• Maintain licenses, inspections, and contracts on file.
• Coordinate landscaping and site upkeep with supervisors.
• Utilize centralized purchasing to support facilities and manage inventories.
• Maintain warehouse and inventory of program equipment and supplies.
• Ensure ADA, OSHA, and other regulations compliance across Head Start facilities.
• Suggest changes to improve working conditions and equipment efficiency.
• Monitor facilities and transportation to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead safety inspections and drive program improvements.
• Conduct training for custodial, janitorial, and maintenance staff.

Skills

Davis-Bacon knowledge

Building maintenance

Facilities management

Transportation systems

Supervisory experience

CPR/First Aid certification

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two years relevant experience

Job description

Save the Children is seeking a Manager, Facilities and Transportation to oversee Head Start facilities and vehicles, ensuring safety, licensing, and regulatory compliance. You will lead a team, coordinate maintenance, and manage procurement while upholding the agency’s safeguarding standards.

The role involves overseeing testing, safety inspections, and system improvements, with responsibilities to negotiate leases and coordinate site moves as needed.